Latest Integrated Circuit Design Jobs

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Semiconductor Test Engineering Team Leader

Lead the development and execution of manufacturing test strategies for an advanced AI accelerator chip, overseeing both internal teams and external partners. Drive test architecture, DFT integration, and silicon bring-up across high-speed interfaces like PCIe Gen6 and LPDDR, with a focus on yield, scalability, and advanced packaging. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust test coverage and successful high-volume manufacturing transfer.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Senior Processor Architect

This role involves defining and driving the architecture of high-performance compute engines for AI acceleration, including ISA design, memory hierarchies, and on-chip interconnects. The architect will work closely with design, verification, and software teams to translate architectural vision into real-world silicon, using performance modelling and data-driven analysis. It's a hands-on position requiring deep expertise in processor design and cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver cutting-edge AI hardware.

Fractile London, United Kingdom

Senior Electronics Engineer - Integrated Circuit Design

This role involves designing and developing new integrated circuits from concept to prototype, working on advanced technologies for defence and security applications. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from initial design to manufacturing, using rapid design and implementation methods.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Senior Layout Engineer

The Senior Layout Engineer will lead the physical implementation of mixed-signal integrated circuits, including floor-planning, layout, and physical verification. This role involves close collaboration with analogue design teams and suppliers to ensure designs meet technical and manufacturing standards, with responsibility through to tapeout. The engineer will also support CAD tool maintenance and contribute to multidisciplinary technical projects.

Zenovo Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

Electronic Design Engineer

Design and develop innovative electronic products from concept to production, including multilayer PCB layouts and mixed-signal circuit design. Develop embedded firmware and collaborate with software and mechanical engineers to integrate electronics into complete systems. Engage in testing, debugging, and continuous improvement across the full product development lifecycle.

Verso Recruitment Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1TR, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Business Development Manager

Drive business growth in the semiconductor and chip technology sector by identifying new markets, building strategic partnerships, and developing commercial opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams and senior management to translate market insights into actionable strategies, with a focus on proactive outreach and long-term industry engagement.

Zenovo Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

RF Engineer

Design and develop RF front-end circuits and functional blocks for high-performance multi-chip modules. Collaborate with IC, systems, and software teams to integrate advanced RF technologies and optimise module performance. Work in a fast-paced start-up environment to deliver innovative wireless solutions to market.

Forefront RF Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Manager - Failure Analysis

Leads and develops a failure analysis and device characterisation team, combining hands-on technical work with managerial responsibilities. Responsible for driving technical delivery, improving analytical methods, and supporting cross-functional teams in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. Plays a key role in scaling lab capabilities and addressing customer return investigations.

Pragmatic Semiconductor Stockton-on-Tees, TS21, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Hydraulic Design Engineer

Our client, a leading manufacturer to the Oil and Gas industry are looking to recruit a Hydraulics Design Engineer to join the business on a permanent basis. This recruitment drive is due to order books continually expanding and needing additional...

COMPLETE TALENT SERVICES LIMITED Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 4JA, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

Staff FPGA Engineer

Design and develop FPGA-based signal processing and control systems for quantum computing hardware, including RTL module development, firmware implementation, and verification of real-time control logic. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance embedded solutions using Xilinx Ultrascale+ devices and advanced debugging tools. Contribute to the architecture and testing of digital control loops and high-speed waveform generation systems.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire

Senior FPGA Engineer | CambridgeshireLocation: CambridgeSalary: Competitive + Comprehensive BenefitsSector: Defence, Aerospace, & CommunicationsAre you an FPGA specialist who thrives on variety? Do you enjoy moving beyond "standard" implementation to solve complex problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing?We are representing...

Morgan McKinley (South West) Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

AI System Architect

This role involves defining the end-to-end system architecture for a next-generation optical AI accelerator, starting from AI workload analysis and working backwards to shape hardware and software design. The architect will lead technical decision-making across teams, ensuring the system is optimized for transformer models and large-scale AI workloads, while maintaining alignment between leadership, hardware, and software engineering. The position is central to translating product vision into executable technical strategy in a high-growth deep-tech startup environment.

Lumai Headington, Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire

This role involves translating complex customer requirements into robust FPGA implementations, focusing on AMD (Xilinx) Zynq SoC devices. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, solving high-stakes problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing, and have the opportunity to broaden your skill set across multiple sectors.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

SC Cleated FPGA Engineer

Design and verify custom FPGA IP modules and high-speed interfaces using VHDL/Verilog, targeting Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ devices. Develop and maintain embedded Linux systems using Yocto and PetaLinux, including kernel, device drivers, and boot components. Perform board bring-up, co-debugging, and system-level optimisation across hardware and software domains.

Experis London, United Kingdom £550 – £650 pd

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

FPGA Engineer

Design and develop FPGA-based systems and subsystems with a focus on RF signal processing in a defence environment. Work independently while mentoring junior engineers and debugging complex embedded systems integrating hardware, software, and firmware. Engage in high-speed interface integration and rigorous verification using automated test benches.

YT Technologies Kington, Herefordshire, Herefordshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £95,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Hardware System Test Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining system-level hardware defect detection tests for AI accelerator servers, focusing on identifying manufacturing and field issues such as PCIe faults, cooling problems, and interconnect failures. The engineer will create fast, deterministic diagnostic tests used in factory and service environments, working closely with hardware, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliability. The position emphasizes root-cause analysis, test coverage improvement, and integration of diagnostics into production systems.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Lead Physical Design Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end physical implementation of advanced ASIC/SoC chips, from synthesis and floorplanning to sign-off, with a focus on optimising performance, power, and area. The engineer will work closely with RTL, DFT, and process teams, using EDA tools and advanced AI techniques to enhance design quality and productivity. Full-chip ownership and collaboration across disciplines are key aspects of the position.

Fractile London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent